Artex is a product used for decorating surfaces throughout the inside of homes. It is commonly used to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex continues to be in demand as another option to smooth plaster ceilings, and a professional painter and decorator can apply artex in a selection of different textured style finishes. Artex relates to a particular brand name, but there are additional manufacturers who make comparable products. Older artex ceilings may be restored as well. There are a range products and applicators on the market in order to make this process as convenient as possible. There exists a assortment of different options with regard to the styles of texture which artex may be used to create. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects may be administered, all of which is often performed as a DIY task comparatively easily. Specialist painters and decorators can consider with you what texture would suit your area, and guarantee that artex is applied to create an excellent quality and consistent finish. Artex can additionally be painted over, and deciding on a shade that enhances the texture of the surface can enhance a tired ceiling and breathe life into an area.
How much your artexing project might cost depends on how big the area is, how accessible it is and your location. Different professionals charge different amounts, and may spend varying amounts of time doing the work. However, the typical cost for an artexing project in the UK is about £200.
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Grays, often known as Grays Thurrock, is the largest town in the borough of Thurrock in Essex and it's just 20 miles from the City of London. The town includes a populace of 36,601 and located around the north bank of the Thames River. For any property upgrades you will be thinking about in the future, make sure you compare quotations from local experts locally to get the best price in addition to a good quality finish.
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We have a fan patterned artex ceiling that has sustained some water damage due to a leak from out power shower pump in the airing cupboard above. We would like to get this repaired.
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Remove/cover speckle/Artex from living room ceiling. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Residential How many ceilings do you require artexing: 1 Ceiling
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Re- artex to existing artex ceiling and skim plaster the wall
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we are looking for the artex ceilings to be removed from a 2 bed flat of approx 107m2. the artex does contain 2% asbestos as we have had a test. the ceiling is just plasterboard with full access from ...
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Artex was originally made using white asbestos to make it stronger. However, this stopped in the mid-1980s, and the use of asbestos was banned in the UK in 1999, due to its extreme health risks. So, any artex you buy today won’t contain asbestos.
If you have an artex ceiling or wall that was created before 1999, it may have asbestos in it. This won’t be a health hazard if you leave it undisturbed, so it’s not necessary to remove it. However, if you want to get rid of or alter your artex ceiling or wall, you must get it tested to check if it has asbestos in or not first. If it does, you’ll need to hire a qualified professional to work on it.
Artexing a ceiling can be a tricky job, but whether you’re considering hiring a professional or DIY, it’s helpful to know how it’s done.
Artex is available either in a paste or powder form. The paste is ideal if you’re making small repairs or additions to an existing ceiling. But, if you have a whole ceiling to cover, the powder is more cost effective. When you’re ready to get started, you’ll need to mix the powder up with cold water according to the instructions.
It’s possible to artex over plaster, plasterboard or paint. If you have a plasterboard surface, you should tape and fill any joints or cracks before you begin. Plaster and plasterboard both require a coat of sealant or primer first. You can usually artex straight over paint, but any gloss paint should be sanded down, and any dark paints covered with a layer of white.
Artexing can get quite messy, so make sure you empty the room you’re working in as much as possible, lay down sheets and wear protective clothing and glasses. You might want to practice on a piece of board before you start on the ceiling.
Start by using a brush or roller to cover a 500 square cm area with a generous layer of artex. Then use a brush, comb or roller to create your chosen texture. Every time you do a new section of ceiling, try to blend it with the other sections you’ve done. Don’t be tempted to cover the whole ceiling before you start adding texture – the artex will dry too quickly for you to do it all in time.
Artex usually needs 12-24 hours in a well-ventilated space to dry completely.
If your artex ceiling is looking tired or you just fancy a change, you can try plastering over your artex. You have two options when it comes to plastering over your artex: plasterboard or skimming.
Covering your ceiling with plasterboard is a good option if you suspect the artex may contain asbestos. If done carefully, it doesn’t involve disturbing the artex, reducing the risk of asbestos exposure.
You also have the option to skim over your ceiling. The first steps to this involve removing loose and flaking parts, cutting off stipples and sanding your ceiling down. So, if there’s a chance your artex ceiling may contain asbestos, this isn’t the right solution for you. However, if you’re sure there’s no asbestos in your ceiling, then sanding down and skimming over your ceiling can be a great way to create an attractive result.
It’s worth noting that both putting up plasterboard and skimming plaster can be difficult jobs. Although possible to DIY, you’re likely to get much better results if you hire a professional.
Artex is a type of interior surface coating, similar to plaster. It’s used to create decorative textured finishes on ceilings and walls, so it takes longer to dry than plaster.
Artex is actually a brand name, but it’s used to refer to similar products made by other manufacturers too. It was particularly popular in the 1970s, but is still used to create attractive wall and ceiling finishes today.
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